Museum of Florida History

History

The Museum of Florida History in Tallahassee, Florida

State history museum and Tallahassee cultural centerpiece

• Established by the Florida Legislature in 1967
• Opened to the public on May 20, 1977
• Accredited by the American Association of Museums since 1986
• Open to the public 363 days a year
• More than 58,000 visitors annually
• Innovative and award-winning exhibit designs
• Engaging educational programs and special events, including extended evening hours twice a month

Museum Exhibits Gallery, R. A. Gray Building

• Presents Florida history from the prehistoric era to the mid-20th century
• Home of Florida's World War II Living Memorial
• 27,000-square-foot gallery with more than 3,000 square feet of changing exhibition space
• More than 45,300 artifacts in nationally recognized, diverse collections representing the entire state of Florida

Knott House Museum, Downtown Tallahassee

• Historic house built in 1843 and restored to its 1930s appearance

Statewide Programs

• Florida History Fair Program
• Florida Heritage Education Program
• Lesson plans and workshops for teachers
• Traveling Exhibits (TREX) Program

Historically Florida-Florida's History Shops

• Three locations in Tallahassee
• Online store at www.floridashistoryshop.com
• Offering distinctive Florida products, books, and souvenirs

Citizen Support and Membership Organization

• Friends of the Museums of Florida History, Inc.